1964 Vw Bug - Lovely on 2040-cars

Year:1964 Mileage:65444

Location:

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

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Engine:1200
Vehicle Title:Clear

VIN: 5681212 Year: 1964
Make: Volkswagen
Drive Type: gas
Model: Beetle - Classic
Mileage: 65,444
Trim: Coupe

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...

Beautiful 1964 VW Bug. I bought this from a friend who had this since the late 1990s. Her husband surprised her with it for her birthday with a big bow. He bought it from the original or second owner (not sure) who also bought it for his wife and had it painted in approx 1996 in its original color VW Seeblau. I have a touch up applicator with the paint code. The guy who does my painting was able to find it in his computer and was surprised. I was going to have him paint the two areas on the drivers side fenders and touch up passenger door, hood and anywhere it was needed ( see pictures ) . There is no bondo on these areas but thick single stage paint. The dent in the rear is from a tree limb and the previous owner did not know how the front fender was damaged. I will let the new owner have these areas painted and will provide the applicator with the code.

The lady I bought it from believes it is the original engine and mileage at 65,000. I have had a VW Thing, several convertibles, hard top Bugs and several campers busses. This is the oldest and most original. The car has the original jack (needs cleaning) and tool kit and original books. The car spent most of its life in Colorado and the pan is excellent as is the rest of the body. The front spare holds air but should be replaced as it looks to be old. I just had a tire store put on 4 new white wall inserts or flappers. They are fake whitewalls made by Atlas and in my opinion look beautiful.

My VW mechanic did a compression test and it was very good. The car runs and shifts well. It has the original 6 volt system. The dash is beautiful with a removable radio cut out from the factory if you want a radio. I flushed the gas tank which was in very nice shape but had been sitting and added fresh gas. My mechanic did an oil change and removed and cleaned the carb and changed the fuel filter. Two weeks ago the fuel pump quit so I had a new fuel pump installed. Last week I had my mechanic change the oil, adjust the valves, and lubricate the throttle cable front and rear. He replaced the heater cable 3 weeks ago and the heat works really well for an older aircooled vehicle.

The interior and door panels are brand new (TMI) as is the rear carpet. The bottom back of each seat (rear) has loose material that separated from the plastic. I would just leave it but you could prabably hog ring it together. The headliner is presentable but shows wear and some staining (looks like over glue) The headliner has separated from the rear above the passenger window. There is a bamboo shelf that is brittle but can still be used. I would replace it. My mechanic was not sure the front headlights were original but they work and look great. The glass is all in great shape and most of the rubber around the windows is in good shape. The front firewall carpet shows wear around the edges and could be replaced. The wiper motor is frozen and might be repaired but I would replace it. They can be purchased for 35 - 100 dollars on the VW Samba site. I also saw one today for under $40.00 on EBAY.The interior side ceiling light is inoperative. The rims are aftermarket Porsche style and look great and the tires are in good condition. The car has a slight transmisson leak and my mechanic said it was from an area that used platic plugs. The car needed less than 1/2 pint on tranny fluid.

Someone always asks will this car make the drive to the east or west coasts. My answer would be maybe but I would not drive it that far and it is not very fast. I do fine at 5500 feet but you must use the gears. The brakes are very good and the master cyclinder was replaced.

I take very good care of all my vehicles. I do not want to trade and do not have a Buy It Now. Will not disclose reserve. This is a very nice example of a 1964 Bug.

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